Dr. Elizabeth George is a distinguished Professor and Senior Consultant Hematologist, renowned for her expertise in red cell disorders, particularly thalassemia. She leads the Thalassemia Research group at Universiti Putra Malaysia, focusing on clinical aspects, treatment, screening, and gene mutation identification in Malaysian ethnic groups, significantly improving patient management and genetic counseling. Her extensive research has resulted in over eighty-eight publications and contributions to national guidelines. She also serves as Laboratory Director of StemLife Berhad, demonstrating strong leadership in the field. Her patient care philosophy centers on advancing scientific understanding to directly enhance diagnostic and treatment outcomes for patients with thalassemia.